Certified Surgical Tech, CST (PRN)- Labor and Delivery

Certified Surgical Technologist (PRN) – Labor & Delivery Our close-knit Labor & Delivery unit is looking for an experienced CST to join our team! The position is based at Texas Health Frisco, 12400 N Dallas Parkway TX 75033. Work hours: PRN; Variable rotating shifts. Unit Highlights Average 120 deliveries per month Focused on the experience of all who enter the hospital Promote family-centered care Supportive of the patient’s vision of the Labor & Delivery process Qualifications H.S. Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009. Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, vocational nurse program, or completion of a military training program in surgical technology. Preferred: 1 year of Operating Room experience. Certified Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited surgical tech program. Licensed Vocational Nurse. BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly. What You Will Do Assist in providing peri‑operative care for a patient population that includes infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. Pre‑operatively assist R.N. circulator in formulating a plan of care. Assist as needed in coordinating patient care peri‑operatively and assume responsibility and accountability for behavior in order to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. Post‑operatively follow proper procedures for care of instruments, supplies, and equipment; under supervision, assist RN circulator with post‑operative duties. Assist in delivering nursing care in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection and accidental contamination. Assist in delivering care in a manner which protects the patient from injury. Care is provided with an emphasis on continually improving quality, service and cost effectiveness. Demonstrates competence in assisting with the performance of age‑appropriate patient care specific to the unique physiological and anatomic aspects of life from the very young to the older adult. Benefits 401(k), PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment assistance, and several other benefits. Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research, and innovations in nursing practice. Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr